Duke York (October 17, 1908ndashJanuary 24, 1952) was an American film actor. Born in
Danby, New York, York was born
Charles Everest Sinsabaugh. He appeared in nearly 160 films between
1932 and
1952.
Modern viewers will remember York for his portrayals of grotesque monsters, ape men, or other scary goon-like characters in
Three Stooges short films such as
Three Little Twirps,
Idle Roomers,
Shivering Sherlocks, and
Who Done It?. His most prominent non-monster role was as Kelly in
Higher Than a Kite. York also played the role of King Kala in the serial
Flash Gordon.